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Hybrid House, Part 1
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Joyeaux Noel!
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Chaoui goes to Grand Isle – Part 3
Chaoui found plenty to keep herself busy at Grand Isle. I watched, took photos, and just enjoyed the heck out of watching my kids enjoy themselves! Mommy? What is this spraying water on me? Mommy? What is this smelly thing? Can I eat it? Look Mommy, I can see really far across the water from…

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The Adventures of Chaoui Contest for Children-WE HAVE A WINNER!
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Look at Baby’s face.
I know, poor thing. It’s like she’s asking, “Uh, when does my vacation start?” or “Did we have to bring the coon?”
Termite should write a book!